1. The Government of the Republic of Korea sincerely welcomes that the government of the Philippines and the Moro Islamic Liberation Front (MILF) signed the Framework Agreement on the Bangsamoro on October 15. The Government of the Republic of Korea commends this agreement as an important step toward the establishment of permanent peace in the region.

2. The Government of the Republic of Korea supports the ongoing peace talks in Mindanao and expects future negotiations on details to move forward without disruptions.

                       Spokesperson and Deputy Minister for Public Relations of MOFAT

* unofficial translation